Conti Costanti Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019

Critical Acclaim: 97 pts Decanter; 97 pts Vinous; 95 pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate; 93 pts Wine Spectator.

About the Wine: Costanti only releases Riserva in exceptional years, and 2019 is exactly that kind of Montalcino vintage. This is old-school Brunello with elegance first: layered red fruit, savory herbs, mineral structure, and the kind of balance that makes it cellar-worthy without feeling overbuilt.

Winemaker's Tasting Notes: Morello cherry, redcurrant, rose, violet, orange zest, forest floor, mint, tobacco, and warm spice. The palate is structured but graceful, with bright acidity, polished tannins, and a long mineral finish.

"We have not seen this estate produce a Riserva in a few years. The Conti Costanti 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva offers an open-knit fruit profile with budding tertiary aromas that add complexity. You get dried cherry and baked plum. The wine is drinking nicely right now thanks to its tapered, medium-plus mouthfeel. There is a hint of sour cherry along with savory spice from careful oak aging."- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. 

"Cherry, strawberry and orange peel flavors are allied to a vibrant structure in this red, with both lively acidity and resonant tannins. Earth, iron and tobacco notes add depth and detail. This is balanced and lingers nicely. Best from 2027 through 2043."- Wine Spectator. 

Serving Suggestion: Pair with bistecca Fiorentina, braised short rib, osso buco, porcini mushroom risotto, or aged Pecorino. Decant if opening young.

Varietal: Sangiovese Grosso.